Category Young Men

Stake YM Camp 2023

2023 Sunset Ridge Stake YM Theme

DATE: July 13-15th

LOCATION: Cinnamon Creek Camp near Avon, UT
WHO: All Young Men in our stake boundaries ages 11 (provided they turn 12 during 2023) through 18 (graduating high school seniors are welcome and encouraged to attend) are eligible to attend camp, along with adult leaders currently serving in callings with the Young Men (bishoprics, YM advisors, YM specialists, etc.)
COST: NO COST
LEADERS: Deacons Brad Tobler, TJ Mellars, Tim Bell
LEADERS: Teachers Erik Homer, Andrew Hatch, Russ Covington
LEADERS: Priests: Bishop Harwood, Josh Childs, Tyler Jones
THEME: “Built On the Rock”

Packing List

All participants should plan to bring the following items to camp:

  • Sleeping bag & sleeping pad
  • Camp chair
  • Clothing
    • Pajamas/sleeping clothes
    • 3 pairs socks & underwear
    • 3 shirts
    • 3 pants/shorts
    • Sweatshirt/jacket
    • Sturdy, closed-toe shoes
    • Swimsuit – Recommended to wear when arriving to camp check-in on Thursday 7/13
    • Water shoes, if desired
    • Hat
  • Toiletries 
    • Soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrush/paste
    • Towel & washcloth
    • Flip flops (for shower)
    • Sunscreen
    • Insect repellant
    • Chapstick
  • Scriptures
  • Pen & journal
  • Flashlight
  • Poncho/rain jacket
  • Sunglasses, if desired
  • Medication (in zip-top bag, labeled with name and ward)
  • Water bottle
  • Work gloves

The following list of items are prohibited and should not be brought to camp by the Young Men:

  • Cell phones
  • Electronics

IMPORTANT

May 9th, the Stake Young Men’s Presidency sent out an email regarding our 2023 Stake YM’s Camp.

Email was sent to all Young Men, parents of Young Men, and adult leaders of Young Men in our stake. All Young Men in our stake ages 11 (provided they turn 12 during 2023) through 18 (graduating HS seniors are welcome and encouraged to attend) are eligible to attend, along with adult leaders currently serving in callings with the Young Men.

Youth and Leaders will need to Register and Fill out Permission slips to attend.

Please use the links below to register online, and download the permission slips. (Please return permission slips to a YMs Leader)

These are both DUE BY MAY 28th


ALL CAMP INFO CAN BE FOUND HERE


Stake Sports | 2023

We are excited to kick off a new year of Stake Young Men and Men’s Basketball 2023. 

Young Men will be playing Thursday nights

Men will play on Friday nights. 

The season begins this week and will end with a short tournament.

Please see the Basketball schedule below, for both Men’s & YM’s basketball.

Please also see the Rules/Procedures for basketball this year. Take note that we are adding a point system to help drive participation, sportsmanship and support. 

If you have any questions Miles Jensen (Stake High Council) or Erik Pederson (Stake Physical Activities Director)


Stake Youth Post-Trek Fireside

A stake youth post-Trek fireside will be held on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 6:00 pm in the stake center cultural hall.

We will have a chance to hear from many of our stake Trek participants, particularly our youth and their Trek Mas and Pas. All the youth of our stake (whether they participated in Trek or not), their parents, and their ward youth leaders are invited to attend.

All adult leaders involved in Trek in any capacity are also asked to attend.

Sunday dress is requested. Refreshments will be provided.

Seminary Graduation

Rehearsal for Graduates

Seminary graduates will provide a special musical number as part of the graduation.  To prepare for this number, graduates should join a rehearsal on Sunday, May 29th from 4-5pm at the Stake Center.  

Graduation

The Stake will hold Seminary Graduation on Sunday, June 5th at 6:00pm.

YM: Camp 2022

DATE: August 3rd – 6th

LOCATION: Mink Creek Idaho – Bennett Cabin
COST: $50 – (Due July 17th)
Use Tithing Slip > “Other” box > YM Camp 2022
TEMP (Expected) 65F-100F
LEADERS: Deacons Brad Tobler, TJ Mellars
LEADERS: Teachers Erik Homer, Andrew Hatch
LEADERS: Priests: Bishop Harwood, John Bennett, Josh Childs
THEME: Say “YES” (Trust in the Lord)

ITINERARY – This may change depending on availability.

DATE ACTIVITY
8/2 (Tue) Gear & Pack Check / Drop Off 7:00p – 8:00p (Bishop’s House)
8274 S 6335 W
8/3
(Wed)
Depart for Camp, meet 4pm: Bishop Harwoods House
Dinner: Pizza – Pickup along the way
(13x Dominos Mediums — Chips, Fruit snacks, Cookies and Water)
Spiritual Thought: Bishop Harwood
8/4 (Thr) BEAR LAKE (Paddle boards, Motor boats)
Breakfast: Continental
(Muffins, Fruit, Instant oatmeal, OJ, Baked goods, Toast)
Pack Lunches
Spiritual Thought: Deacons Quorum
6:30a Travel: Bear Lake: Ideal Beach
BOATING / BEACH GAMES
Noon Lunch: Sack Lunches
(Sandwiches, Chips, Fruit snacks, Cookies, Fruit, Nuts, Granola bars and Water)
BOATING / BEACH GAMES
Travel: Bennett Cabin
Dinner: Smoked pork shoulder
(Chips, Pork sandwiches, Coleslaw, Brownies, and Ice cream)
MOVIE NIGHT
Spiritual Thought: Brad Tobler
Snacks: nuts, crackers, chips, cookies, pretzels, popcorn, cheez-its, goldfish, mixed candy, veggie straws
8/5 (Fri) Bear River Resort (Swimming), Frisbee Golf, Fishing, 22 Shooting
Breakfast
(Pancakes, bacon, eggs)
Spiritual Thought: Priests Quorum
Travel:
Noon Lunch: Sack Lunches
(Sandwiches, Chips, Fruit snacks, Cookies, Fruit, Nuts, Granola bars and Water)
Travel: Bennett Cabin
Dinner: Bratwurst
(Corn on the cob, baked beans, chips, ice cream sandwiches)
Spiritual Thought: Erik Homer
Testimony Meeting
Snacks: nuts, crackers, chips, cookies, pretzels, popcorn, cheez-its, goldfish, mixed candy, veggie straws
8/6 (Sat) TRAVEL HOME
7a Breakfast: Continental
(Muffins, Fruit, Instant oatmeal, Baked goods, Toast)
Spiritual Thought – Teachers Quorum
8a Pack
9a Hike
Noon Lunch: Sack Lunches
(Sandwiches, Chips, Fruit snacks, Cookies, Fruit, Nuts, Granola bars and Water)
Noon DRIVE: Will be back home 3pm
UPDATED: 07/6/2022

PACKING LIST

The average temperature in Aug is low 67°F and high 96°F. Temperature

  • Small backpack (needs to be able to hold lunch, hiking shoes and jacket)
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Pillow
  • Headlamp 
  • Shirts
  • Shorts
  • Pants
  • Fleece jacket or vest or insulated jacket or vest
  • Underwear: 2-3 sets
  • Hoodie 
  • Sun-shielding hat or ball cap
  • Hiking boots/shoes
  • Socks 
  • Water shoes/sandals
  • Swimwear
  • Towel 
  • Sleepwear
  • (2) pair of comfortable set of clothing (for driving and around the house)
  • Sunglasses 
  • Water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Lip balm
  • Deodorant 
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Scriptures
  • Life Jacket
  • NO Cellphone